Flying

Facts & figures There are 200,000 people who are permanently airborne at one time in the world, 300 airline companies world-wide shared 2 billion passengers in 2000. The history of flight From the first flight that covered just 14 metres in 12 seconds to the present day, via airships, the first airliners, the pressurised cabin, the jet... A blast of colour Full page images of airports, planes and behind the scenes. The practicalities Air routes of the world, why does a plane fly? types of aircraft, maintenance, the different airline companies, reading a ticket, a typical airport, security checks, customs, the crew, where to sit, baggage, health on board, jet lag, technology on board. A little more Tail designs, distances, passenger rights, the risks, conquering your fear.